Astronauts are often seen as heroic figures, and it’s easy to see why. They bravely venture into the unknown, exploring distant worlds and pushing the boundaries of human achievement.

This astronaut paper bag puppet is a fun and easy way for kids to pretend to be their favorite spacefarers! This activity can also teach your kids about space. It’s a great way to learn about the solar system while having fun.

All you need are a few simple supplies and the free PDF! Make it, and then check out our paper bag puppets for easier craft ideas.

astronaut puppet craft image collage with the words paper bag astronaut

Astronaut Craft For Kids

Don’t miss the color, cut and paste version of this outer space idea! It’s perfect for younger kids to make as part of a lesson about astronauts, like Neil Armstrong, or after reading a great book about planets and aliens aloud.

Supplies

Brown paper bag
Colored cardstock or construction paper
Marker
Scissors
Glue
Astronaut template (click the “click here to get your freebies” image at the end of the post)

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Directions

Start by downloading and printing the template. Once it’s printed, gather the materials for this fun activity. Get those scissors ready, and let’s help the kids bring this astronaut to life!

hand holding astronaut paper bag puppet template

First, guide your child to glue the eyes on the face, above the nose.

hand gluing eye to paper bag astronaut face

Use a marker to draw on some hair just above the eyes.

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Take the face and glue it to the face outline piece.

Next, help your child to take these pieces and glue them to the middle of the helmet.

hand gluing face onto paper bag astronaut helmet

Glue the helmet rotators to the back and each side of the helmet.

hand gluing helmet rotator onto paper bag astronaut helmet

Create the suit by gluing the suit decoration to the middle and upper part of the body.

hand gluing suit decoration onto paper bag astronaut craft

Place the boots at the bottom of the body and glue them in place.

hand gluing boots onto paper bag astronaut craft

Position the leg connects at the top of the leg line and glue it down.

hand gluing leg connector onto paper bag astronaut craft

Now, take the completed body and glue it to the base of the brown paper bag.

hand gluing suit onto paper bag astronaut craft

Next, glue the completed helmet to the flap portion of the brown bag.

hand gluing helmet onto paper bag astronaut craft

Place the arms on either side of the paper bag and glue them to the inside of the side flaps.

hand gluing arm onto paper bag astronaut craft

Finally, encourage your child to glue the arm connectors to the innermost part of the arms.

hand gluing arm connector onto paper bag astronaut craft

That’s it! If your kids enjoy making this paper puppet, check out all of our rocket activities. We’re sure they will love making more!

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Space Books For Kids

Reading aloud to kids is a great thing for parents and teachers to do. It’s a fun way to bond with kids, teach them new things, and give them a chance to relax and use their imagination.

It’s also great for kids’ brain development, reading comprehension, and general knowledge. What’s not to love? So grab a book (or two, or three) and snuggle up with your little ones for some quality reading time with these space books below:

8 Little Planets is a fun space book for the youngest of kids. It has engaging rhyming words and cute illustrations!

On The Launchpad is a simple space-themed book for young children learning how to count! Read it nightly to help them learn!

My First Book of Planets is perfect for children who want to learn more about space.

Space Crafts

Crafting is a great activity for young kids to do because it helps them develop important skills. For example, crafting can help kids learn how to follow instructions, pay attention to detail, and be patient. In addition, crafting can also be a great way for kids to express their creativity!

Try adding in some of these fun ideas for space unit!

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Rocket Ship Headband Craft – This easy rocket craft is perfect for kids who love space! You can make it out of paper or color in the black and white version. It’s a great way for your kids to get creative.

Earth Paper Craft – The Earth is a beautiful planet, and it’s even more fun to explore when you make your own Earth paper craft! This project is perfect for kids of all ages, and it’s a great way to learn about our planet while getting creative.

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Paper Plate Sun Craft – Making a paper plate sun craft is a fun and easy way for kids to learn about the solar system. All they need are a few simple supplies.

Rocket Toilet Paper Roll Craft – Get ready for space exploration with this interactive rocket toilet paper roll craft. Kids will love recycling cardboard tubes to build their very own ship to the moon!

Space Activities

Kids will enjoy doing these space color by number printables. They are perfect for keeping kids occupied on a rainy day or as a fun learning activity!

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Dot markers are so fun for kids to use! They’re a fun and easy way to make art, and they’re also great for educational purposes. If you’re looking for a fun way to teach your kids about space, try using these space do a dot printables.

This image shows a collage of space-themed educational activities for kids. It includes a color-by-number Earth worksheet, geometric shape matching activities with a rocket and astronaut, and planet-themed alphabet coloring pages featuring letters and space objects.

Looking for a fun and educational activity for your kids? Look no further than these space pattern block mats! These mats are a great way for kids to practice fine motor skills and shape identification. Plus, they’re perfect for kids who are interested in space and STEM.

These vowel sort worksheets are the ideal space-themed classroom project for kids learning about grammar. There are coloring activities and sentence writing prompts included in this no-prep printable bundle.

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